Abstract: A detailed finite-element (FE) modeling procedure is presented for evaluating the redundancy of twin steel box-girder bridges. For this study, it was assumed that the passage of a truck live load triggers the sudden fracture ...

Abstract: Mechanical fasteners are used in composite structures to physically connect steel and concrete components. Composite action is developed primarily by transferring horizontal shear forces through dowel-type connections. ...

Abstract: A method to disaggregate daily rainfall into hourly precipitation is evaluated across Texas. Based on measured precipitation data, the method generates disaggregated hourly hyetographs that match measured daily totals by ...